Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, has opened applications for its Engineering Learnership Programme at Mototolo Mine.
The 18.2 Unemployed Learnership Programme provides successful candidates with structured off-the-job and workplace training while gaining practical engineering experience in the mining industry.
There are 5 learnership opportunities available across four engineering disciplines.
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Job Details
| Learnership Electrician | 1 |
| Learnership Boilermaker Plater | 1 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 2 |
| Auto Electrician | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
Company: Valterra Platinum
Programme: Engineering Learnership Programme – Mototolo Mine
Location: Mototolo Mine
Field: Engineering
Programme Type: 18.2 Unemployed Learnership
Duration: Not specified in the vacancy
Closing Date: 20 September 2026
Job Description
The Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnership Programme is aimed at unemployed candidates who want to develop practical technical skills and work towards an artisan qualification.
Successful learners will receive structured training that combines off-the-job training and workplace training.
Successful completion of the programme will result in a nationally recognised Artisan qualification.
What You Will Do
As a learner, you will participate in structured engineering training and workplace-based learning related to your selected trade.
The available disciplines are:
- Electrical
- Boilermaking and plating
- Diesel mechanics
- Auto electrical
The programme is designed to provide learners with hands-on exposure and opportunities to develop their technical knowledge within the mining environment.
What You Need to Succeed
Applicants must meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:
Option 1: Matric
You must have:
- Matric
- Mathematics — not Mathematics Literacy
- Physical Science
- English
- A minimum 40% pass in each of the above subjects
Option 2: N2 or Higher
Applicants with N2 or higher must have the subjects applicable to their chosen discipline.
Boilermaker Plater:
- Plating & Structural Steelwork / Welders Theory
- Plating Structural & Steelwork Drawings
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
Electrician:
- Electrical Trade Theory / Electrotechnology / Electrotechnics
- Industrial Electronics, or Engineering Drawings
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
Diesel Mechanic:
- Diesel / Motor Trade Theory
- Engineering Drawings
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
Auto Electrician:
- Motor Electrical Trade Theory
- Industrial Electronics
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
Option 3: NCV Level 4
Applicants may also qualify with:
- NCV Level 4 in an appropriate trade
- All subjects must have been passed with a minimum 40%
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Documents You Need
Applications must include:
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of all relevant qualifications
- Copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence for applicants from host communities
Important: CVs from host communities must include proof of residence stamped by the relevant tribal office or municipality.
All required documents may be uploaded as one document.
Incomplete applications may be declined.
Host Communities
Valterra Platinum states that first preference will be given to relevant applications from host communities.
Applicants from host communities should therefore ensure that their proof of residence is included and properly stamped.
What Valterra Platinum Offers
The company states that successful candidates will benefit from:
- Structured learning and development
- Workplace training
- Opportunities for practical experience
- Opportunities for progression
- A values-led working environment
- A commitment to safe operations
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Valterra Platinum job advert.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are uploaded before submitting their application.
Important Information
- This is an 18.2 Unemployed Engineering Learnership Programme.
- There are 5 positions available.
- The opportunities are based at Mototolo Mine.
- Mathematics is required; Mathematics Literacy is not accepted under the Matric entry route.
- Host community applicants must provide properly stamped proof of residence.
- All required documents must be uploaded.
- Incomplete applications may be declined.
- Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunity employer.
- The vacancy does not specify a stipend or salary, so applicants should not assume a payment amount.
Closing Date
20 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible because Valterra Platinum states that applications are being reviewed as they are received.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Engineering Learnership positions are available?
There are 5 positions available: 1 Electrician, 1 Boilermaker Plater, 2 Diesel Mechanics and 1 Auto Electrician.
Where is the learnership based?
The programme is based at Mototolo Mine.
Can I apply with Mathematics Literacy?
No. Under the Matric entry route, Valterra Platinum specifically requires Mathematics and not Mathematics Literacy.
Can I apply with N2?
Yes. Applicants with N2 or higher may apply if they have the required subjects for their chosen engineering discipline.
Can NCV Level 4 applicants apply?
Yes. An NCV Level 4 qualification in an appropriate trade is accepted, provided all subjects were passed with at least 40%.
What documents are required?
Applicants need a CV, certified copies of relevant qualifications and a South African ID. Host community applicants must also provide properly stamped proof of residence.
When does the application close?
The closing date is 20 September 2026.
Is a stipend or salary specified?
The vacancy provided does not state a stipend or salary amount.
iYouth Application Tips
Before submitting your application, check that your CV, certified qualifications and South African ID are included. If you are from a host community, make sure your proof of residence is properly stamped.
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